Review of Blood and Black Lace (1964) by Anders J — 28 May 2007

The best giallo ever made. Mario Bava truly made the blueprint for the perfect giallo with this one.

This review of Blood and Black Lace (1964) was written by Anders J on 28 May 2007.

Blood and Black Lace has generally received positive reviews.

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